Thaharah Pada Pasien Terpasang Gips - Ust. Maulana Siregar, S.Ag, M.A

Summary

In this video, Maulana Sgar from the Islamic Medicine Unit at UMSU explains the concept of Taharah (purification) in patients with casts. He covers key practices such as ablution (wudu), bathing for janabah, and tayammum, along with the specific considerations for patients wearing casts. The tutorial demonstrates how to perform ablution with a cast by wetting the cast area and ensuring the other parts are cleaned according to Islamic principles. The video emphasizes the importance of maintaining purity and worship for patients, offering guidance for both patients and caregivers in fulfilling their religious duties during illness.

Takeaways

• 😀 *Taharah* (purification) is a crucial part of Islamic worship, ensuring the validity of prayers.
• 😀 The process of *Taharah* includes different methods such as *istinja* (cleaning after relieving oneself), *bathing in janabah*, *tayamum* (dry purification), and ablution (*wudu*).
• 😀 Ablution (wudu) for a patient with a cast must be adapted, with the cast being wiped instead of washed.
• 😀 The procedure for ablution starts with the intention to purify oneself and includes washing the hands, mouth, nose, face, arms, and feet.
• 😀 When performing ablution for a patient with a cast, water should be applied to the cast by wiping it with wet hands, as washing the cast directly is not recommended.
• 😀 The process of ablution involves the following steps: washing hands, gargling, washing the nose, washing the face, arms, wiping the head, and washing the feet.
• 😀 It is important to maintain the intention of purification in the heart while performing ablution, especially for patients who may not be able to perform all actions traditionally.
• 😀 Patients with casts should still perform *Taharah* and continue worship according to their ability, even if they are unable to perform the actions fully.
• 😀 If a patient cannot wash certain body parts due to their condition, wiping the affected areas with water is considered valid for purification.
• 😀 The spiritual purpose of performing *Taharah* and worship is to get closer to Allah, and even in illness, one can maintain this connection.
• 😀 After completing ablution, the supplication (*du'a*) should be recited, affirming the person's devotion to Allah, which opens the gates to Heaven.

Q & A

What is the meaning of 'Taharah' in Islam?

In Islam, 'Taharah' refers to the concept of purification, which is essential for the validity of a person's worship. It involves cleansing oneself in accordance with Islamic law, particularly for prayers and other acts of worship.

What are the two primary functions of 'Taharah' in Islam?

'Taharah' serves two main functions: 1) To cleanse the body physically and 2) To validate a person's worship, ensuring their actions are in line with Islamic teachings.

What is 'Istinja' in the context of purification?

'Istinja' is the practice of cleaning the private parts after using the restroom, which is an essential part of the purification process in Islam. It can be done using water or other permissible materials like stones.

What does 'Ghusl' refer to in Islamic purification?

'Ghusl' refers to a full body wash required in specific circumstances, such as after *janabah* (impurity) or sexual activity. It is a thorough form of purification to restore one’s state of ritual cleanliness.

How is 'Tayammum' performed and when is it necessary?

'Tayammum' is the dry ablution done when water is unavailable or when using water may harm a person (due to illness or injury). It is performed by striking the palms of the hands on clean earth or sand, then wiping the face and hands.

What is the proper procedure for performing 'Wudu' (ablution)?

'Wudu' involves several steps: 1) Intention to purify oneself, 2) Washing the hands and interweaving fingers, 3) Gargling and rinsing the nose, 4) Washing the face, 5) Washing the arms up to the elbows, 6) Wiping the head and ears, and 7) Washing the feet up to the ankles.

How is ablution modified for someone wearing a cast?

For a person wearing a cast, ablution is modified by wiping the cast with water instead of washing it fully. The rest of the ablution procedure is followed as usual, except for the cast, which is simply wiped with a little water.

Why is it important to perform ablution before prayers in Islam?

Ablution is important because it is a requirement for ensuring physical and spiritual purity before engaging in acts of worship, particularly prayer. It ensures that the individual is clean and in a state of ritual purity.

What is the significance of intention ('niyyah') in purification?

Intention ('niyyah') is the first and most important step in purification. Without the proper intention in the heart to perform the purification for the sake of Allah, the act of purification may not be valid.

Can a sick person still perform their religious duties like ablution and prayer?

Yes, even a sick person is required to perform their religious duties, such as prayer, to the best of their ability. If they are physically unable to perform ablution or prayer, alternatives like 'Tayammum' and modified ablution can be used.